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First Communication with the Natives of Prince Rupert Island
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First Communication with the Natives of Prince Rupert Island
931429 First Communication with the Natives of Prince Rupert Island, illustration from A Voyage of discovery... 1819 (litho)
by Sackheouse, John (1797-1819) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Voyage of discovery, made under the orders of the Admiralty, in His Majestys Ships Isabella and Alexander, for the purpose of exploring Baffins Bay and inquiring into the probability of a North-West Passage. Pub. John Murray, London, 1819
); The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22505800
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Arctic Communications Danger Explorers Intrepid North North West Passage Pole Rupert Travellers Voyage Natives
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First Communication with the Natives of Prince Rupert Island - A Glimpse into Arctic Exploration
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. This lithograph, titled "First Communication with the Natives of Prince Rupert Island" offers a fascinating window into the world of 19th-century Arctic exploration. The illustration is derived from John Sackheouse's work, which documented a voyage made under Admiralty orders to explore Baffins Bay and investigate the possibility of a North-West Passage. In this scene, we witness intrepid British explorers aboard their majestic ships Isabella and Alexander as they make contact with indigenous inhabitants on Prince Rupert Island. The image showcases an extraordinary moment in history when two vastly different cultures connect for the first time. The composition portrays a sense of adventure and danger that characterized these perilous expeditions. The ship's flags flutter proudly in the wind as boats approach the island, carrying brave travellers eager to communicate with the native population. Icebergs loom ominously in the background, serving as a reminder of both nature's beauty and its potential hazards. This engraving not only captures an important historical event but also highlights humanity's insatiable thirst for discovery and understanding. It serves as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge even amidst treacherous conditions. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back in time to witness this pivotal encounter between explorers and natives—an encounter that would shape our understanding of distant lands forever.
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